HURLERS CHALLENGE GAMES
Our Senior Hurlers got their 2012 season underway at the weekend with two games. On Friday night they played Killeagh in a challenge game under the lights in Killeagh. This contest was to have been played the previous week but was postponed. It was a typical start of year game during which the lead changed hands several times. In the end the game finished all square, 1-15 to 2-12, with Joe Deane getting the equalising score from a free in injury time.
On Monday night in Mallow, again under lights the seniors played a strong Cork U21 Team. It was a good contest and we battled well for most of the hour. The Cork team finished the strongest and two goals in the last 5 minutes left them winners on a scoreline of 2 14 to 9 points.
There are further games arranged against last years Premier Intermediate winners Courcey Rovers and Tipperary side Mullinahone in the coming weeks before the league commences on 11th March with a home game to Douglas.
Minor Football
Our Minor Footballers have their second Co League game of the season on next Saturday next Fed 18th. WE are at home to Russell Rovers at 2pm. Depending on weather and ground conditions the game will probably be played in Pynes Field.
CLUB SHOP
Well the 2012 playing season is underway and the value is as good as ever at the Bride Rovers Club Shop. We have a huge range of Stock just in. Jerseys, togs, Socks, Hoodies, Training Shorts, Track Suits, Training Tops, Gear Bags, Polo Shirts, Bottle Green Wind-Sheeters, Green Half Zip Hoodies, Rain Jackets, Beanie Hats and Medal Boards are all available. Be seen to support your club with the club colours and club gear. Ring 086 3807784 or 086 1540902 to purchase all the above items.
Astro-Turf available to Hire
The astro-turf pitch at Bride Rovers is available for hire by contacting James Bermingham on 086 8350741. Pitch is suitable for 5 a side teams and costs €50 per hour with lights.
2012 CLUB MEMBERSHIP
Membership of the Club for 2012 is now open. The Fee for Adult Players is €100, Students €40, Minors €30, Ordinary Club Membership €50. There is a special reduced Membership Fee of €20 for OAP’s. The Membership fees can be paid to any Club Officer.
CLUB EXECUTIVE MEETING.
The next meeting of the Club Executive takes place on next Monday night February the 20th. All members are requested to attend.
CORK DEFEATED
It might be only February but the magic of Cork and Tipp never dims. In the Waterford Crystal Cup semi final the old rivals met for the first time this year. It took extra time before the Premier County emerged victorious and qualified for the final v Clare. It was a largely ‘new look’ Cork side and the performance augurs well for the year ahead.
HARD LUCK CHARLEVILL
It was a case of ‘so near and yet so far’ for the Junior Hurlers of Charleville at Croke Park on Saturday evening last. Seeking a first ever All Ireland Club Title the North Cork, Cork and Munster Champions lost by a single point to St. Patricks of Ballyragget of Kilkenny.
SET DANCING
Set Dancing has undergone a huge revival in recent years and it is great to see so many interested in this pastime. Weekly Classes in Set Dancing have commenced each Wednesday night in the Rathcormac Inn and all are welcome.
The Bride Rovers GAA Club main sponsor is The Rathcormac Inn/Conversation Piece.
